Fig and Gouda Phyllo Bites

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

1 1/2 tablespoons butter

1 large ripe pear, peeled, cored and cut into small cubes

2 tablespoons Dalmatia Fig or Fig Orange Spread

1 (1.9-oz.) box Phyllo Shells

Finely grated Beemster Gouda Cheese (any age or variety)

Preheat oven to 425°F and line a small baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place phyllo shells on baking sheet. Melt butter in a small skillet. Add pear and cook until softened. Stir in fig spread and spoon into fillo shells. Bake for 5 minutes to crisp shells. Finish with finely grated Beemster Gouda cheese.